In Make and Mend for Victory, published in 1942 by the Spool Cotton Company, there's a Consumer's Victory Pledge:
As a consumer, in the total defense of democracy, I will do my part to make my home, my community, my country ready, efficient, strong. I will buy carefully -- I will take good care of the things I have -- I will waste nothing --Here are a few pages (scanned by Cemetarian) from the booklet which focus on recycling and reusing clothing.
Turn his shirts into kids clothes.
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How to make a jerkin, a Jumper, a playsuit & a Bathing Suit -- each from a dress.
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If you're thrifty and nifty with a needle, use these pages for inspiration and, if needed, for the vintage patterns listed.
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